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Bell Ringer: Freewrite about chapter 3

Write the conversation that Curley has at the supper table with his father and his wife about what happened to his hand.

Word Study

Complete the Vocab chart as you read chapters 4 & 5.

Read and Discuss pg.38-66

  • Partner-Pair-Share: Compare notes. What are some annotations you made? Some thoughts you had or things you noticed?
  • Discuss as a class.

Mini Lesson: Figurative Language

Simile: A comparison using the words "like" or "as." For example, "Her hands are like ice cubes."

Look at the simile on page 63.

Metaphor: A comparison without the terms "like" or "as." For example, "The night sky was a black velvet blanket."

Look at the metaphor on page 63.

What is being compared? What is the purpose of using figurative language? What letter would figurative language fall under in DIDLS?
Try writing a simile and metaphor on your own and share out in class.


DIDLS
Using the acronym DIDLS helps in remembering the basic elements of tone that should be considered when evaluating prose or poetry. Diction, images, details, language, and sentence structure all help to create the author's or speaker's attitude toward the subject and audience. DIDLS
Diction
The connotation of the word choice
Images
Vivid appeals to understanding through the senses
Details
Facts that are included or those omitted
Language
The overall use of language, such as formal, clinical, jargon
Sentence Structure
How structure affects the reader's attitude

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  • Look at my model picture of the Boll Weavil Statue in Enterprise, AL. What tone does it portray?


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  • Brainstorm description. Think about the place's significance. Think of all of the senses.
  • Look at example paragraphs from other sophomores.

Independent Practice

Begin descriptive writing about setting of your picture. Include at least 1 simile or metaphor as practice.

Homework

  • Finish 1st draft of descriptive writing.
  • Read chapter 4 & 5 (ending on page 99)- Remember to annotate on post-its!
  • Look for vocabulary!